The MSing Link

The MSing Link

Hosted by: Dr. Gretchen Hawley PT, DPT, MSCS

Do you have Multiple Sclerosis and have goals of improving your mobility, energy, and motivation? On this show, you’ll learn MS-specific exercises and symptom management strategies to help you gain control over your...

Episodes

56. Fatigue, Pain, and Bladder Management w/ Dr. Barry Singer

Season #1

On today’s episode, I’m interviewing Dr. Barry Singer - He is an MS Neurologist as well as director and founder of the MS Center for Innovations in Care at Missouri Baptist Medical Center. He has been an investigator...
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55. Destigmatize MS With Author Julie Stamm

Season #1

Julie A. Stamm was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in 2007. Following her diagnosis, Julie made it her mission to educate, advocate, and support others battling the disease. She works tirelessly to help lessen...
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54. [PEP TALK]: Our Thoughts Determine Our Actions

Season #1

  Do you pay attention to the self talk you allow in your mind each day? How many of those words are negative? If you have found yourself speaking negatively more often than positively this pep talk is for you! You...
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53. Navigating Workplace Accommodations & Unemployment w/ Dr. Philip Rumrill

Season #1

My guest today is employment and disability expert Dr. Phillip Rumrill, and we're going to talk about aspects of job accommodations, & unemployment directly related to Multiple Sclerosis. Dr. Rumrill is a...
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52. Spasticity, MS Progression, & Walking on Uneven Surfaces: Your MS Questions Answered

Season #1

 This week Dr. Gretchen sits down with MSing Link member Jeanette! Jeanette has seen great improvements by being a part of the program, but also had some very relatable questions when it came to things such as...
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51. High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) & MS

Season #1

 Have you ever wondered about High Intensity Interval Training, aka HIIT? Tune in as Dr. Gretchen shares how HIIT is an exercise style that can be good for anyone who has MS, some guidelines on how to incorporate HIIT...
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50. Top 5 Symptom Management Tips w/ Dr. Marwa Kaisey

Season #1

This episode we are so excited to welcome back Dr. Marwa Kaisey! She will be doing a speed round of symptom management with us today! Tune in for all the knowledge.   Dr. Marwa Kaisey is an Assistant Professor in the...
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49. NeoWalk Walking Stick Changes The Game

Season #1

Finding yourself in need of a walking stick doesn't mean you need to get something that looks as though it's straight from the hospital! Tune in this week as Dr. Gretchen sits down with Lyndsay Watterson, the founder...
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48. Exciting MS Awareness Month Collaborations

Season #1

With March being MS Awareness month that brings with it a multitude of opportunities to collaborate with other amazing organizations and programs! This year is no exception. I am so excited to be able to take part in...
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47. Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy w/ Dr. Carina Siracusa

Season #1

Talking about anything that is going on "below the belt" isn't typically a conversation that is comfortable to discuss. However, Dr. Carina Siracusa has a way of creating a safe space to talk about what can be...
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46. Progress is Possible w/ Ann Pinchak

Season #1

This week Dr. Gretchen sits down to have a chat with Ann Pinchak. Ann has not only regained confidence in her walking, and ability to tackle her goals such as walking her youngest son down the aisle, she has also...
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45. Cold Intolerance & MS

Season #1

Tune in this week as Dr. Gretchen touches on a topic that is only sometimes discussed; cold intolerance! Many have heard of heat intolerance and know strategies to handle symptom flares when core temperatures rise,...
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